Description

Ethanone, 1-(2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylphenyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity, structurally precise intermediates for research and production, such as medicinal chemistry and material science, are the primary users of this product.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing difluoromethylphenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluoro and methyl substituents influence bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways involving fluorinated ketones.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylphenyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	178696-17-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8F2O
Molecular Weight	170.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,5-Difluoro-4-methylphenyl)ethanone; 2',5'-Difluoro-4'-methylacetophenone; 4'-Methyl-2,5-difluoroacetophenone; 2,5-Difluoro-4-methylacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2,5-difluoro-4-methylbenzene; (2,5-Difluoro-4-methylphenyl) methyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 1-(2,5-Difluoro-4-Methylphenyl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.